Thai Nguyen University (TNU), in collaboration with Vietnamese Society of Soil Science (VSSS), the East and Southeast Asia Federation of Soil Science Societies (ESAFS), will organize the 16th International Conference of the East and Southeast Asia Federation of Soil Science Societies (ESAFS 2024). It will be held at Thai Nguyen University’s Convention Center, on March 26-29, 2024.
ESAFS conference is a series of scientific meetings organized every two years to share updated experience and knowledge among soil scientists all over the World, particularly within East and Southeast Asia countries. It is also a platform to promote Research & Development and disseminate the acquired knowledge and technology related to soil sciences. This series of ESAFS’s conference are organized to fulfill part of the above aims, rotates within member countries thus allowing equal participations of local soil scientists and fair site information exchange. Following the highly successful previous conferences held in Bangkok, Thailand (ESAFS 2017), Taipei, Taiwan (ESAFS 2019), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (ESAFS 2022), ESAFS 2024 will be held in Thai Nguyen city, Vietnam from March 26-29, 2024. ESAFS 2024 is the first time for Vietnam as an organizer.
You are invited to participate in the 16th International Conference of the East and Southeast Asia Federation of Soil Science Societies (ESAFS), which will be held during March 26-29, 2024 at Thai Nguyen University, Thai Nguyen city, Vietnam.
The Organizers
Vietnam Society of Soil Science (VSSS),
The East and Southeast Asia Federation of Soil Science Societies (ESAFS),
Thai Nguyen University (TNU),
In collaboration with
Soils and Fertilizers Institute (SFRI),
Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry (TUAF),
Thai Nguyen University of Education (TNUE),
International School of Thai Nguyen University (ISTNU).
ESAFS 2024 Theme: Healthy Soils for Sustainable Development
Symposium Objectives
- To share invaluable experience and knowledge among soil scientists all over the World, especially in East and Southeast Asia countries.
- To promote active participation of member societies and networking.
- To contribute towards sustainable development in the region through harmonization of agriculture and environment.
Keynote Speakers
Symposium Topics
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No |
SymposiumTopics/Sessions |
Board members of the Symposium Topic |
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1 |
Soil health (Principle and Practice)
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Assoc.Prof.Tran Minh Tien – Vietnam (Session Chair) Prof. Vu Nang Dung, President of VSSS Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Son Hai |
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2 |
Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrient for Food safety
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Prof. Steve Shirtliffe – Canada (Session Chair) Prof. Hoang Thi Thai Hoa Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Ngoc Nong Dr. Ha Van Thuan – Canada |
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3 |
Soil Classification and Mapping, Soil Evaluation and Land Use
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Prof. Nguyen The Hung, Vice-Chair ESAFS 2024 Dr. Nguyen Quang Hai Prof. Nguyen The Dang |
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4 |
Soil Ecology, Biodiversity and Soil borne Diseases |
Prof. Hoang Van Hung, Chair ESAFS 2024 Prof. Pham Van Toan Assoc. Prof. Ho Ngoc Son |
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5 |
Soil Information and Digital Transformation
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Assoc. Prof. Mai Van Trinh Dr. Nguyen Van Hieu Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hai |
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6 |
Mitigation and C-Sequestration in Soil/Plant System
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Prof. Xiaoyuan Yan – China (Session Chair) Assoc. Prof. Pham Quang Ha Dr. Umakant Mishra – USA |
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7 |
Land Use to Respond to Climate Change and Sea level Rise |
Prof. Vo Quang Minh Dr. Umakant Mishra – USA (Co-Chair) Assoc. Prof. Do Thi Lan |
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8 |
Soil Pollution, Soil Degradation and Remediation
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Prof. Ravi Naidu – Australia (Session Chair) Prof. Nguyen Manh Khai Assoc. Prof. Mohammad Mahmudur Rahman, GCER, Australia Dr. Ayanka Wijayawardena, GCER, UoN, Australia Dr. Peter Sanderson, Tetra Tech Coffey – Australia Dr. Kenny Yan, RCA – Australia Dr. Ha Xuan Linh, ISTNU Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Son Hai, TUAF |
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9 |
Land Governance for Sustainable Development
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Assoc. Prof. Luu The Anh Dr. Mai Van Phan Dr. Nguyen Huy Trung |
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10 |
Upland Soil
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Prof. Dang Van Minh – Vietnam (Session Chair) Assoc. Prof. Dao Chau Thu Dr. Nguyen Duy Hai |
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11 |
Submerged Soil: Use and Conservation |
Prof. Phan Lieu Assoc. Prof. Pham Quang Ha Prof. Nguyen The Dang |
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12 |
Land Policy in Food Safety Transformation System
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Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Van Bo Dr. Mai Van Phan Assoc. Prof. Tran Minh Tien |
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13 |
Education, Extension on Soil Resources and Land Management |
Prof. Nguyen The Dang Assoc. Prof. Tran Trong Phuong Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Ngoc Nong Dr. Hoang Huu Chien |
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14 |
Serpentine Soils
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Prof. Zeng-Yei Hseu – Taiwan (Session Chair) Dr. Nguyen Quoc Dinh |
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15 |
Recent Advances in Soil Research
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Dr. Umakant Mishra – USA (Session Chair) Prof. Nguyen Ngoc Minh Dr. Tran Huu Tuan – USA |
Supporting Journals:
1. Science of the Total Environment Journal (Q1)
2. Environmental Pollution Journal (Q1)
3. Soil Science Society of America Journal (SSSAJ) (Q1)
4. Pedosphere Journal (Q1)
5. Environmental Science and Pollution Research Journal (Q2)
6. Journal of Soils and Sediments (Q2)
7. TNU Journal of Science and Technology ( Special Issue of ESAFS 2024, Discount Fee Apply for ESAFS 2024)
8. Vietnam Soil Science (Discount Fee Apply for ESAFS 2024)
ESAFS 2024'S ABSTRACT SUBMISSION STAGE 2
(LAST CALL FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSION)
- Important Dates:
+ Abstract Submission (Stage 2): By November 30, 2023
+ Notification of Acceptance (Stage 2): Before December 10, 2023
+ Early Bird registration Extension: Before December 15, 2023
ESAFS 2024'S ABSTRACT SUBMISSION STAGE 1 (COMPLETED)
(Closed the List of Submitted Abstracts and Registered Participants Stage 1 on November 1, 2023)
- Important Dates:
+ Abstract submission (Stage 1): Before October 30, 2023
+ Notification of Acceptance (Stage 1): November 15, 2023
+ Early Bird registration: Before November 30, 2023
Preliminary Schedule:
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Day, Date |
Program |
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Monday, 25 March 2024 |
Arrivals, Registration and Welcome Reception |
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Tuesday, 26 March 2024 |
Opening Ceremony, Keynote Speeches, Lunch party, In-conference Educational Trip, Dinner party |
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Wednesday, 27 March 2024 |
Symposium Topic Sessions, Poster Session, Conference Booth Displays, Closing Remarks, Gala Dinner |
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Thursday-Friday, 28-29 March 2024 |
Post-conference Field Trip (Departure from Thai Nguyen city to Ha Long Bay, Ha Long City) |
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Saturday, 30 March 2024 |
Departure |
Symposium format:
The symposium consists of keynote speakers, oral presentation and poster presentation. Oral presentations will be selected based on the abstracts submitted. A two-day symposium field tour is also planned.
Registration fees:
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Participants |
Early Bird |
Normal Rate (Dec. 1, 2023 to Feb. 15, 2024) |
Onsite Registration (Feb. 16, 2023 to Mar. 16, 2024) |
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International Participants |
USD 300 |
USD 400 |
USD 500 |
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International Students |
USD 100 |
USD 200 |
USD 350 |
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Post-Conference Tour |
USD 220 |
USD 240 |
USD 260 |
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Invited participants |
Paid by Thai Nguyen University |
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Local participants |
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For further information, please contact: ESAFS 2024’s Conference Secretariat
Prof. Nguyen The Hung, (nguyenthehung@tuaf.edu.vn)
Dr. Duong Van Thao (duongvanthao@tuaf.edu.vn)
Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Son Hai (nguyenngocsonhai@tuaf.edu.vn)
Dr. Nguyen Thi Giang (nguyenthigiang@tuaf.edu.vn)
Website: http://esafs2024.tnu.edu.vn
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/esafs2024/
